Springbank 17 Year Old 2002 - Madeira Wood Finish vs Mortlach 25 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Springbank 17 Year Old 2002 - Madeira Wood Finish
Springbank
★ 5.00
£799
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£583
| Springbank 17 Year Old 2002 - Madeira Wood Finish | Mortlach 25 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Mortlach |
| Region | Campbeltown | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.8% | 43.4% |
| Age | 17 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £799 | £582.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Springbank 17 Year Old 2002 - Madeira Wood Finish
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Springbank 17 Year Old 2002 - Madeira Wood Finish
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mortlach 25 Year Old is better value at £583 vs £799.
For beginners: Mortlach 25 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Springbank 17 Year Old 2002 - Madeira Wood Finish
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£799 vs £582.95)
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£582.95 vs £799)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 17 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 17 Year Old 2002 - Madeira Wood Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 25 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Springbank 17 Year Old 2002 - Madeira Wood Finish
Only Mortlach 25 Year Old